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Is psychosis common in bipolar disorder?
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Evii1957
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Yes I live with bipolar 1 with psychotic features. It seems to only happen with a manic episode and hasn't happened since my mood is stabilized. My Dr put me on Risperdal and it helped. I'm sure there are other treatments.
As far as what to do during a psychotic episode, if you can tell you're having one (visual or auditory hallucinations, delusion) call someone to be with you and take you in for treatment. These episodes can be dangerous. Often you don't know it though, so make sure your support system knows what to look for.
I'm sorry if you're going through this, but know it can be treated. And once you can get your mood stabilized with the right meds you should be ok.
There is always hope
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Do you also experience psychotic episodes? If yes, can you share your story or advice please? Thanks